http://www.instructables.com Sun, 19 May 2013 11:41:49 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Fix-a-Broken-Chair-Foot/
How to Fix a Broken Chair Foot - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX5/G9XI/HGU2EX3X/FX5G9XIHGU2EX3X.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX5/G9XI/HGU2EX3X/FX5G9XIHGU2EX3X.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX5/G9XI/HGU2EX3X/FX5G9XIHGU2EX3X.SMALL.jpg sosclosetsandfurniture Something I come across a lot is a broken chair or table “foot”.  This is usually caused by a wheel getting stuck and snapping the wood as someone tries to roll the chair.  The example I have is such a chair.  The man has a regular poker night.  One of his guests got stuck in the grout line between ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 18 May 2013 22:55:09 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-matching-knife-handle-and-sheath/
How to make a matching knife handle and sheath - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFN/8G65/HGIEWD93/FFN8G65HGIEWD93.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFN/8G65/HGIEWD93/FFN8G65HGIEWD93.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFN/8G65/HGIEWD93/FFN8G65HGIEWD93.SMALL.jpg beucephalus So I got an old hand me down knife from a friend, and decided it needed some TLC. It's an old stainless steel blade and was a real pain to sharpen, but it all turned out pretty well. Most of the tools I used are not expensive, but it does take some skill and experience with power and hand tools. Rem...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 17 May 2013 15:55:06 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Chopping-Block/
The Chopping Block - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1Q/HML6/HGIEW4UK/F1QHML6HGIEW4UK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1Q/HML6/HGIEW4UK/F1QHML6HGIEW4UK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1Q/HML6/HGIEW4UK/F1QHML6HGIEW4UK.SMALL.jpg SlickSqueegie I have one of those big plastic cutting boards. It is a pain to wash, rinse and store this sized cutting board. I wanted something smaller for a quick onion or pepper chop so I decided to make one. This is made from Maple scraps I had laying in the shop. I used yellow glue. (I highly recommend using...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 15 May 2013 15:34:51 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Art-Deco-Napkin-Caddy/
Art Deco Napkin Caddy - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2G/I81T/HGO9IOLW/F2GI81THGO9IOLW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2G/I81T/HGO9IOLW/F2GI81THGO9IOLW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2G/I81T/HGO9IOLW/F2GI81THGO9IOLW.SMALL.jpg tstan1136 Here's a fancy schmancy napkin holder for your Gatsby parties. Didn't take that long with a laser, and glued together in a snap!  Materials: 24 x 8 inches of 3/8" hardwood (I used 1/2" oak, thinking it was 3/8" . . . made laser cutting tricky . . .) small amount of 1/4" MDF Masking tape Spray Paint ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 14 May 2013 11:55:32 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Reclaimed-Wood-Flat-Pack-Picnic-Table-With-Planter/
Reclaimed Wood Flat-Pack Picnic Table With Planter/Ice Trough - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F58/IGUW/HFSHSH7V/F58IGUWHFSHSH7V.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F58/IGUW/HFSHSH7V/F58IGUWHFSHSH7V.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F58/IGUW/HFSHSH7V/F58IGUWHFSHSH7V.SMALL.jpg quitethecontrary Here's our Reclaimed Wood Flat Pack Picnic Table With Planter (I know.  It's a mouthful).  There is a gutter running down the center below the tabletop surface that can be filled with ice to put your beers in on a hot day, or for planting herbs (reach across the table to get the freshest seasoning f...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 13 May 2013 21:16:09 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Having-a-Bevel-ish-Good-Time-on-the-Laser/
Having a "Bevel-ish" Good Time on the Laser! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9G/TMUR/HGH6QCD2/F9GTMURHGH6QCD2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9G/TMUR/HGH6QCD2/F9GTMURHGH6QCD2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9G/TMUR/HGH6QCD2/F9GTMURHGH6QCD2.SMALL.jpg togo1919 I made this jig at TechShop, just because I could! I will eventually design/create a jig to make the laser focusing easy for this one - folks may want to work on one themselves...   Using the red LED spot that's built-in to the laser helps with alignment and focusing. Overall, the jig is about 1...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 12 May 2013 17:21:45 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Ikea-Kura-bed-converted-to-bunkbed/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAA/9HI4/HGH6JG2B/FAA9HI4HGH6JG2B.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAA/9HI4/HGH6JG2B/FAA9HI4HGH6JG2B.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAA/9HI4/HGH6JG2B/FAA9HI4HGH6JG2B.SMALL.jpg jauncourt I have 2 kids, and some time ago, they each had their own room. The little one got this for his former toddler bed and the big guy got a KURA platform/loft bed from Ikea. All was great for about 2 years. However, a couple of years ago, the little one and the big one both asked me if they could shar...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 12 May 2013 12:50:37 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/steampunk-SECRET-HEART/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMX/Z2K1/HGIEV91V/FMXZ2K1HGIEV91V.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMX/Z2K1/HGIEV91V/FMXZ2K1HGIEV91V.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMX/Z2K1/HGIEV91V/FMXZ2K1HGIEV91V.SMALL.jpg ERNESTRIPIO solo algo de madera bieja, algunos resortes, tinta china barniz y ya, se marca el corazon en la madera con un lapis se corta con el serrucho y se redondea con lija y paciencia, para no poner todo lo que hice les pondre el link de uno que hizo algo parecido, yo no tengo las herramientas que el pero i...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 10 May 2013 21:22:58 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Making-a-small-toolbox-from-scavenged-wood/
Making a small toolbox from scavenged wood. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK4/PFNJ/HGH6PNWF/FK4PFNJHGH6PNWF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK4/PFNJ/HGH6PNWF/FK4PFNJHGH6PNWF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK4/PFNJ/HGH6PNWF/FK4PFNJHGH6PNWF.SMALL.jpg atomiccelt I don't know how many of you out there have a need for a good, cheap toolbox, but if you're like me you can never have enough. I tend to move my work quite a bit, since I make a lot of things at Techshop (including this toolbox!). Essentially, since Techshop is my main general workshop (as opposed t...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 9 May 2013 18:35:49 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Laser-Cut-Frame-5x7/
Laser Cut Frame, 5x7 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKL/DIH8/HGH0C0LZ/FKLDIH8HGH0C0LZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKL/DIH8/HGH0C0LZ/FKLDIH8HGH0C0LZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKL/DIH8/HGH0C0LZ/FKLDIH8HGH0C0LZ.SMALL.jpg Robotodd This Instructables will take you step by step through the process of making a simple table-top frame.  The files I've provided will result in a frame for a 5" x 7" photo (flyer, menu card, etc.).  Of course you can also engrave a pattern, text, or whatever other decorative elements you'd like.  I en...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 9 May 2013 15:25:58 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Handprints-with-a-turned-wood-frame/
Mothers-Day handprints with a turned wood frame. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXQ/IH13/HGHAP2V0/FXQIH13HGHAP2V0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXQ/IH13/HGHAP2V0/FXQIH13HGHAP2V0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXQ/IH13/HGHAP2V0/FXQIH13HGHAP2V0.SMALL.jpg SlickSqueegie I'm sure most of you out there have heard of, seen or made the childrens hand-print molds with the pie tin and plaster of paris. My fiance wanted to help her niece and nephew make some hand-prints for their mom for mothers day.  That gave me an idea for the molds. Instead of using a pie tin, I had a...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 9 May 2013 10:31:29 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/The-original-iPad-Diptych/
The original iPad: Diptych - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD0/TYOB/HFPTJYP6/FD0TYOBHFPTJYP6.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD0/TYOB/HFPTJYP6/FD0TYOBHFPTJYP6.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD0/TYOB/HFPTJYP6/FD0TYOBHFPTJYP6.SMALL.jpg dsmith84 Ancient people had pretty interesting ways of recording their thoughts, or keeping track of business accounts. Clay tablets were pretty good, but were permanent and hard to store. Papyrus and vellum were great alternatives for permanent records but often rotted. The diptych (two panel), or triptych ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 7 May 2013 07:26:52 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Oakfinder-Fancy-ish-Nerf-Re-shell/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8J/S1M4/HFSHUU8X/F8JS1M4HFSHUU8X.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8J/S1M4/HFSHUU8X/F8JS1M4HFSHUU8X.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8J/S1M4/HFSHUU8X/F8JS1M4HFSHUU8X.SMALL.jpg armored bore The Nightfinder is a fine Nerf gun. Nothing really fancy, but it doesn't need to be; its simplicity and surprising range is enough. Besides, your Stampede is all fun and games until you have to reload. Thanks to some misguided early modding attempts, I had a couple sets of internal NF components le...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 6 May 2013 13:52:04 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-Terrain-Rock-Formation/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK2/2TUK/HFPTJER7/FK22TUKHFPTJER7.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK2/2TUK/HFPTJER7/FK22TUKHFPTJER7.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK2/2TUK/HFPTJER7/FK22TUKHFPTJER7.SMALL.jpg CriticalHitGames Hello all! In this video I'll walk you through one of the more fun pieces of terrain, rocks! You can make make them out of foam-board, but if your not into that, I'll show you how to do it with a wonderful (and free!) material thats all around us, tree bark! Sound strange? wait and see the results! ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 3 May 2013 20:40:24 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Homemade-Guitar-2/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXM/PJJ6/HFSHU8KD/FXMPJJ6HFSHU8KD.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXM/PJJ6/HFSHU8KD/FXMPJJ6HFSHU8KD.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXM/PJJ6/HFSHU8KD/FXMPJJ6HFSHU8KD.SMALL.jpg wooddiamond This is the first guitar that I've made, I plan on making more. I did this one in my in my high school woods class. I'm sorry I don't have any step-by-step instructions, but if you have any questions just comment and I'll answer them as soon as I can.
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 2 May 2013 18:48:42 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Als-Custom-Wooden-Coasters/
Al's Custom Wooden Coasters - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F87/TRGB/HFPTERX8/F87TRGBHFPTERX8.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F87/TRGB/HFPTERX8/F87TRGBHFPTERX8.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F87/TRGB/HFPTERX8/F87TRGBHFPTERX8.SMALL.jpg alec.sukoski I manufactured these coasters at TechShop in San Jose, Ca using the Laser Cutter. Materials Used: Birch Plywood - Michaels or online at Revell Adobe Illustrator Laser Cutter - TechShop Gloss Polyurethane - Lowe's Step 1: Create your file in Adobe Illustrator Here is my design for the drink coast...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 1 May 2013 15:36:59 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Small-footprint-vertical-bicycle-stand/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG6/9G3G/HFSHU2K3/FG69G3GHFSHU2K3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG6/9G3G/HFSHU2K3/FG69G3GHFSHU2K3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG6/9G3G/HFSHU2K3/FG69G3GHFSHU2K3.SMALL.jpg gwilhunting Short but sweet instructable this. I wanted to put my bike out of the way of my housemates, somewhere I could admire it. At the same time living in a rented house means I couldn't screw or nail into the walls or floor. I didn't want horizontal legs for people to trip over, so designed my own stand ...
By: gwilhunting

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 1 May 2013 14:29:39 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Lamp-Clock-or-Clock-Lamp/
Lamp Clock (or Clock Lamp?) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F09/EE96/HFSHFR7S/F09EE96HFSHFR7S.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F09/EE96/HFSHFR7S/F09EE96HFSHFR7S.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F09/EE96/HFSHFR7S/F09EE96HFSHFR7S.SMALL.jpg lindarose92 I almost convinced myself that I couldn't create lamps anymore, but since I started with the first one, I keep thinking of new ones! I can't stop making lamps anymore...HELP!! :D Anyway, I actually got this idea thinking about a clock that had light coming out of its numbers. I first made one a few...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 30 Apr 2013 10:04:50 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Purpleheart-Ouija-Pendant-with-Polymer-Clay-Inlays/
Purpleheart Ouija Pendant with Polymer Clay Inlays - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3N/0G2K/HFSHFL8N/F3N0G2KHFSHFL8N.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3N/0G2K/HFSHFL8N/F3N0G2KHFSHFL8N.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3N/0G2K/HFSHFL8N/F3N0G2KHFSHFL8N.SMALL.jpg purpletheory This is my second Ouija themed project, this time using purpleheart wood (Peltogyne), which is a naturally purple hardwood that comes from the tropical regions of Central and South America. I had never worked with purpleheart wood before so I wanted to start with a small project and I also wanted to...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 29 Apr 2013 18:15:42 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Wood-Boring-Bee-Trap/
Easy Wood Boring Bee Trap - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY1/BT6H/HFSHFKIX/FY1BT6HHFSHFKIX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY1/BT6H/HFSHFKIX/FY1BT6HHFSHFKIX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY1/BT6H/HFSHFKIX/FY1BT6HHFSHFKIX.SMALL.jpg triumphman I live in a Log Home and have been plagued by big, nasty, wood- boring black and yellow bees for 25 years! I recently saw a nice trap for sale and decided to make some for myself. All you need are some scraps of pine, a jar and a few screws. The bees drill holes in any wood surface . Usually in eave...
By: triumphman

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 29 Apr 2013 13:48:31 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Compost-Drying-Bin-out-of-left-over-Wood-Metal-/
Compost / Drying Bin out of left over Wood, Metal , and Hardware - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNC/5J30/HFSHUOA6/FNC5J30HFSHUOA6.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNC/5J30/HFSHUOA6/FNC5J30HFSHUOA6.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNC/5J30/HFSHUOA6/FNC5J30HFSHUOA6.SMALL.jpg Gunther45 The backyard was cut the other day so I was raking up piles of the tall wild grass and putting them into piles to dry. My plan is to use them for compost but wanted them to dry well first to use as the brown matter. I am new to this so bare with me on the composting aspect. I am sure it is already s...
By: Gunther45

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 29 Apr 2013 13:46:15 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Carving-a-Eagle-Feather/
Carving a Eagle Feather - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9Z/EN0Y/HFSHUKXO/F9ZEN0YHFSHUKXO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9Z/EN0Y/HFSHUKXO/F9ZEN0YHFSHUKXO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9Z/EN0Y/HFSHUKXO/F9ZEN0YHFSHUKXO.SMALL.jpg coondog73 In this instructable I'm going to show how to carve a feather with a eagle head on in. This is a simple carving that a beginner should be able to do easily. Items Needed 1. Piece of wood about 14x3x3/8. I used a slat of a pallet but any soft wood will be fine. 2. Pattern. I included one for you t...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 27 Apr 2013 18:08:34 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Chicken-Coop-Guide/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS2/VJ7W/HFWSTGWO/FS2VJ7WHFWSTGWO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS2/VJ7W/HFWSTGWO/FS2VJ7WHFWSTGWO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS2/VJ7W/HFWSTGWO/FS2VJ7WHFWSTGWO.SMALL.jpg Mischa.R This guide will show you how to make many different kinds of chicken coops. If you want a guide on how to raise chickens click here. I hope this guide will come in handy for some people. null null null null null null null null null null null null null null null null null n...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 26 Apr 2013 22:31:58 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/HOW-TO-MAKE-A-Butane-Pyro-Hand-1m-high-flames-in-/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6V/W8HJ/HFWSTBQQ/F6VW8HJHFWSTBQQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6V/W8HJ/HFWSTBQQ/F6VW8HJHFWSTBQQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6V/W8HJ/HFWSTBQQ/F6VW8HJHFWSTBQQ.SMALL.jpg SubjectAwesome Here is a project I've been working on for a few days, Its a flame thrower that looks like it emits from your hand and it will only cost you around $10! This Flame thrower hand is in many awesome movies and games. I made it using a butane bottle and bike cable, a glove and few other things (refer to...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 25 Apr 2013 21:09:59 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Color-Pencil-Jewelry/
DIY Color Pencil Jewelry - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKQ/MUQM/HFPTHK7U/FKQMUQMHFPTHK7U.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKQ/MUQM/HFPTHK7U/FKQMUQMHFPTHK7U.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKQ/MUQM/HFPTHK7U/FKQMUQMHFPTHK7U.SMALL.jpg shazni Do you have loads of small stubby color pencils that are beyond use? or some cheap colors which look fancy ....but is hopeless in coloring ? well here is some use for all of those color pencils...Jewelry ...and they look wonderful too! Materials Loads of color pencils if you want to make loads......
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 25 Apr 2013 15:10:51 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Recycled-Dog-House-1/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU1/YNHE/HFWST9MJ/FU1YNHEHFWST9MJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU1/YNHE/HFWST9MJ/FU1YNHEHFWST9MJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU1/YNHE/HFWST9MJ/FU1YNHEHFWST9MJ.SMALL.jpg pitekus :)
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 25 Apr 2013 11:00:03 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/tea-staining/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRR/I9LH/HFSHSPZF/FRRI9LHHFSHSPZF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRR/I9LH/HFSHSPZF/FRRI9LHHFSHSPZF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRR/I9LH/HFSHSPZF/FRRI9LHHFSHSPZF.SMALL.jpg mikeasaurus Think that staining wood means stinky lacquers, rubber gloves, and long drying times? Think again! I'll show you how to stain wood to look weathered and old, with nothing more than household items, and with results achieved in a fraction of the time. Naturally aged wood has a great faded look that ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 23 Apr 2013 15:40:25 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Make-A-Wooden-Wand-2/
How To Make A Wooden Wand - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4I/L0B4/HFSHVGK6/F4IL0B4HFSHVGK6.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4I/L0B4/HFSHVGK6/F4IL0B4HFSHVGK6.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4I/L0B4/HFSHVGK6/F4IL0B4HFSHVGK6.SMALL.jpg sgfidlin In this instructable I will show you how to make a real wooden wand.  Materials -stick -knife - black electrical tape -scissors  Whittling Cut your stick off the tree (unless you found it off the ground which isn't as strong as one cut off of a tree). Now start shaving off the bark with your...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 23 Apr 2013 15:36:56 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Coffee-table-for-free/
Coffee table for free - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG2/97QK/HFSH4ZJ1/FG297QKHFSH4ZJ1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG2/97QK/HFSH4ZJ1/FG297QKHFSH4ZJ1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG2/97QK/HFSH4ZJ1/FG297QKHFSH4ZJ1.SMALL.jpg stico In this instructable i will try to explain step by step how i have made that coffee from scrap wood and a pallet. To achieve that you will need : Tools : a hand saw (japanese saws are the best in my opinion) wood white glue screws screwdriver nails a hammer clamps sanding paper or powerfull sandi...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 23 Apr 2013 09:57:25 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Cross-made-from-reclaimed-wood/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1U/B62A/HAQ316ZE/F1UB62AHAQ316ZE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1U/B62A/HAQ316ZE/F1UB62AHAQ316ZE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1U/B62A/HAQ316ZE/F1UB62AHAQ316ZE.SMALL.jpg artworker Found some old wood in our society compound that were there from some pruning event. Got one of them and chopped the edges properly to get a standing base. The cross was made from some electrical lining wood that was with me for long. Cleaned the bark of the stem cut a square hole at the top and app...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 22 Apr 2013 22:01:57 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Cell-Phone-Stand/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FES/T2YE/HFSH4XRT/FEST2YEHFSH4XRT.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FES/T2YE/HFSH4XRT/FEST2YEHFSH4XRT.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FES/T2YE/HFSH4XRT/FEST2YEHFSH4XRT.SMALL.jpg rneulreich No need for long winded explanation. I figured out width of my cellphone and my girlfriends and used table saw set at 30degree angle. A little sanding and some stain and paint. 
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 22 Apr 2013 21:19:44 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/model-airplane-in-google-sketch-up/
model airplane in google sketch up - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPR/NKPT/HFSHUDU9/FPRNKPTHFSHUDU9.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPR/NKPT/HFSHUDU9/FPRNKPTHFSHUDU9.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPR/NKPT/HFSHUDU9/FPRNKPTHFSHUDU9.SMALL.jpg Rebreg I hate to boast but i am pretty good at Google sketch up 8, and i decided to share some of my talent. so i amde a model airplane to be cut out with a laser cutter. starting off i start with a 16" by 12" by 1/8" piece of balsa wood, that is the max size the will fit in the laser printer. designi...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 22 Apr 2013 17:57:06 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Laser-cut-desk-name-plate/
Laser cut desk name plate - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV6/WJN1/HFSHE5K0/FV6WJN1HFSHE5K0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV6/WJN1/HFSHE5K0/FV6WJN1HFSHE5K0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV6/WJN1/HFSHE5K0/FV6WJN1HFSHE5K0.SMALL.jpg matthewbeckler This is an easy-to-make desktop name plate, that sits upright on your desk. It comes in three pieces, and you need to glue the two side pieces to the front piece. I used 1/8" baltic birch plywood, but if you use a different thickness, you will need to adjust the size of the interlocking cutouts. D...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 22 Apr 2013 08:38:41 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/End-Table-from-Reused-wood-pallet/
Pallet End Table from Reused Wood - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO8/D9J4/HFPTHZEX/FO8D9J4HFPTHZEX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO8/D9J4/HFPTHZEX/FO8D9J4HFPTHZEX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO8/D9J4/HFPTHZEX/FO8D9J4HFPTHZEX.SMALL.jpg SirPhobos15 This Instructable is for a neat looking little end table. The plus side about this end table is that it is made from reused lumber from a shipping pallet and I also reused the nails I pulled out of the pallet as well. So in the long run it would save a tree from potentially being cut down to replace...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 21 Apr 2013 21:27:52 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Wood-and-concrete-headphones/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZW/REO9/HFPTON2H/FZWREO9HFPTON2H.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZW/REO9/HFPTON2H/FZWREO9HFPTON2H.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZW/REO9/HFPTON2H/FZWREO9HFPTON2H.SMALL.jpg andrew mcneil Just a quick project using the drivers from a broken set of Sony MDR-570LP headphones.  I have been reading about the excellent sound quality that using wood in the construction of headphones. I have also recently read an article about people making things from concrete, like speakers. This project ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 20 Apr 2013 11:49:22 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-upholster-a-chair-seat/
How to upholster a chair seat - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLZ/OIDI/HFONETLG/FLZOIDIHFONETLG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLZ/OIDI/HFONETLG/FLZOIDIHFONETLG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLZ/OIDI/HFONETLG/FLZOIDIHFONETLG.SMALL.jpg lindarose92 As some of you know, I've been working on some old chairs lately. They are literally driving me crazy because their style is pretty hard to upholster! But in the meantime, I was asked to upholster another chair seat that is much easier to do and it took me about an hour to make it. This kind of sea...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 19 Apr 2013 12:28:37 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Wooden-Bracelet-with-Inlays/
Wooden Bracelet with Inlays - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIJ/J3M1/HFD1EDH1/FIJJ3M1HFD1EDH1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIJ/J3M1/HFD1EDH1/FIJJ3M1HFD1EDH1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIJ/J3M1/HFD1EDH1/FIJJ3M1HFD1EDH1.SMALL.jpg timlemonade Hi everyone, this is actually my first instructable and its something i made made last summer so im sorry for not having enough pictures but this wasn't really that difficult so i have confidence you can pull it off. My goal with this was to impress a girl.. we've all been there so dont you judge m...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 17 Apr 2013 14:55:52 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Driftwood-Jewelry-Holder/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5O/T3V3/HFD1FGBK/F5OT3V3HFD1FGBK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5O/T3V3/HFD1FGBK/F5OT3V3HFD1FGBK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5O/T3V3/HFD1FGBK/F5OT3V3HFD1FGBK.SMALL.jpg lilikoi I'll admit it.  I'm a collector.  Stones, leaves, stories, scars, beer coasters, you name it, I'm collecting it.   So naturally, on trips home from the ocean or forest, you bet I've got something in my pocket.  Or I'm carrying something on the train, hoping not to accidentally poke anyone along the ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 17 Apr 2013 02:22:05 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/A-simple-lamp-made-from-laminated-wood/
A simple lamp made from laminated wood - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRW/DI9M/HFONR554/FRWDI9MHFONR554.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRW/DI9M/HFONR554/FRWDI9MHFONR554.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRW/DI9M/HFONR554/FRWDI9MHFONR554.SMALL.jpg Vidar_76 Hi everybody! In my education to become a licensed wood/metal shop teacher i got to build many things. One of the assignments was to experiment with laminated bent wood. We should do a round part, a part made from a solid piece with cut grooves, and try to laminate something we haven’t done before....
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 16 Apr 2013 23:03:58 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Light-up-Wall-Make-Robot/
Light up Wall Make Robot - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ9/185T/HFD17TW4/FJ9185THFD17TW4.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ9/185T/HFD17TW4/FJ9185THFD17TW4.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ9/185T/HFD17TW4/FJ9185THFD17TW4.SMALL.jpg lookwhatjoeysmaking this is a light box with make as the symbol. i have it hooked up to a wall outlet that i can turn on and off and i love just flicking the switch.i don't know how much it cost because most of the parts i had around. Materials/ tools : saw wood glue rope tape me-surer pencil h...
By: lookwhatjoeysmaking

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 15 Apr 2013 19:15:23 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/LED-lamp-for-your-workspace-desktop-table-1/
LED lamp for your workspace/ desktop/ table... - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR7/D3W6/HFD17ZAZ/FR7D3W6HFD17ZAZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR7/D3W6/HFD17ZAZ/FR7D3W6HFD17ZAZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR7/D3W6/HFD17ZAZ/FR7D3W6HFD17ZAZ.SMALL.jpg maybolicious The Black & White collection. Designed and crafted by Maybolicious. I wanted to make a led lap for my desktop area that you can also use for reading at night. I have always like how Black and White compliment each other and have this distinct appeal that you can not miss. For this project I used ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 15 Apr 2013 10:52:12 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Wooden-earings-for-free/
Wooden earings for free - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0I/SWRQ/HFD1DQ9L/F0ISWRQHFD1DQ9L.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0I/SWRQ/HFD1DQ9L/F0ISWRQHFD1DQ9L.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0I/SWRQ/HFD1DQ9L/F0ISWRQHFD1DQ9L.SMALL.jpg stico A small step by step to show you how to create wooden earrings from scrap wood. Preparing the stuff Gather some pieces of wood, no matter what wood, as long as you like how they are matching together. Be creative ! So take some pieces of wood, clean and shape them at your taste, and make sure su...
By: stico

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 15 Apr 2013 04:47:32 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Made-it-at-TechShop-PGH-Upcycled-Ikea-Clock/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGL/BAWU/HFD1DQQQ/FGLBAWUHFD1DQQQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGL/BAWU/HFD1DQQQ/FGLBAWUHFD1DQQQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGL/BAWU/HFD1DQQQ/FGLBAWUHFD1DQQQ.SMALL.jpg andyleer I found a $.99 clock at Ikea called the Vakis. It's a nice little clock with a simple face, very plain looking. I thought it would be great to add a wooden veneer to it to class it up a little. I made this at TechShop PGH on a Trotec Speedy 300 Laser with Corel Draw. 
By: andyleer

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 14 Apr 2013 16:53:53 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-install-hard-wood-floors/
How to install hard wood floors - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBL/1BCB/HFD1DM46/FBL1BCBHFD1DM46.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBL/1BCB/HFD1DM46/FBL1BCBHFD1DM46.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBL/1BCB/HFD1DM46/FBL1BCBHFD1DM46.SMALL.jpg techshopmember How to install hard wood floors.  I made it at Tech Shop. http://www.techshop.ws/ http://www.techshop.ws/ Step 1 http://www.techshop.ws/ http://www.techshop.ws/ Step 2 http://www.techshop.ws/ Step 3 http://www.techshop.ws/ Step 4 http://www.techshop.ws/ Step 5 http://www.techsh...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 14 Apr 2013 08:21:47 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Backyard-Climbing-and-Training-Wall/
Backyard Climbing and Training Wall - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWQ/UFPE/HFD173PR/FWQUFPEHFD173PR.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWQ/UFPE/HFD173PR/FWQUFPEHFD173PR.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWQ/UFPE/HFD173PR/FWQUFPEHFD173PR.SMALL.jpg Mave_Rick The wall is semi-permanent; meaning that the legs that support the climbing panels can be detached from the base and swing to lay the entire wall flat. While it is very heavy, two people can move it fairly easily.  Design Your design should incorporate everything you want to get out of your trai...
By: Mave_Rick

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 13 Apr 2013 18:11:41 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/To-Make-a-Metal-Shield/
How to Make a Real Metal Shield - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJQ/U8MA/HFD1EVJH/FJQU8MAHFD1EVJH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJQ/U8MA/HFD1EVJH/FJQU8MAHFD1EVJH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJQ/U8MA/HFD1EVJH/FJQU8MAHFD1EVJH.SMALL.jpg mythbuster1633 I love armor and have already made a shirt of chainmail that you can read about here, as well as owning a sword. So I decided to make a shield that I can use when my friend and I fight. We are trying to learn the lost art of sword fighting.  Stuff you'll need Cold rolled sheet metal (Lowes, Ca...
By: mythbuster1633

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 13 Apr 2013 16:44:56 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Petrified-Wood-Wine-Stand/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB6/262K/HFD1JQX5/FB6262KHFD1JQX5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB6/262K/HFD1JQX5/FB6262KHFD1JQX5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB6/262K/HFD1JQX5/FB6262KHFD1JQX5.SMALL.jpg NelsonStudios I built this from a chunk of core-drilled petrified wood dug in Southern Oregon.  The wood it self is impressive to look at but combine it with a nice bottle of wine and you have a conversation piece.  I like the way it tuned out even if I can't get it to photograph well.  This concept could be adap...
By: NelsonStudios

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 13 Apr 2013 08:21:07 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Rope-Swing-with-Disk-Seat/
Rope Swing with Disk Seat - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6Z/3KV4/HF23QXRF/F6Z3KV4HF23QXRF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6Z/3KV4/HF23QXRF/F6Z3KV4HF23QXRF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6Z/3KV4/HF23QXRF/F6Z3KV4HF23QXRF.SMALL.jpg spratjack70118 This Instructable shows the steps I took to make a durable disk seat for the bottom of a rope swing for my family to enjoy.  I looked online for existing seats to purchase, however, the only ones available had a weight limit of 150 lbs.  I happen to be a little over 200 lbs. (I'm working on it), and...
By: spratjack70118

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 11 Apr 2013 13:03:08 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Balsa-Bridge/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFB/BVVN/HFD16JYD/FFBBVVNHFD16JYD.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFB/BVVN/HFD16JYD/FFBBVVNHFD16JYD.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFB/BVVN/HFD16JYD/FFBBVVNHFD16JYD.SMALL.jpg Supabuild111 This is a bridge that I built in my drafting in design class, really  wish i would've taken more pictures along the way but I had no way to until my sister finally let me use her camera. The bridge is 10 inches from end to end and the bottom deck is 8 inches which will be seated in a 8 inch hole cut...
By: Supabuild111

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 10 Apr 2013 20:04:12 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-DIY-Bent-Plywood-Light-Fixtues/
Easy DIY Bent Plywood Light Fixtues( NO Steaming, laminating or kerf cuts!) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7Z/22Q3/HFBK9ZC3/F7Z22Q3HFBK9ZC3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7Z/22Q3/HFBK9ZC3/F7Z22Q3HFBK9ZC3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7Z/22Q3/HFBK9ZC3/F7Z22Q3HFBK9ZC3.SMALL.jpg shazni Why are light fixtures so expensive ....for the life of me I can't understand the exorbitant prices of some light shades. I have never had a reason to buy a shade( cause I lived in places which already had some...and since I didn't own the house..I had no reason to change them)....so I was totally u...
By: shazni

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